1948 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1999 Toyota Supra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,674 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Toyota Supra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | 62 | Supra |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5674 cc | 3065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 125 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1615 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |